How do our relationships affect our health? Why do we need to have healthy relationships?
It may be strange to hear about the connection between our health and our relationships. However, it is commonly known that one of the most important factors for a healthy and happy life is the quality of our relationships. People who have fulfilling relationships find life more meaningful and are more likely to look after their own health. Perhaps that is why having healthy relationships is considered to be one of the most important aspects of health.
So why do we need relationships? We need them to feel:
- Valued and cared for
- Understood and accepted
- A sense of belonging
If we have healthy relationships, then it means that our relationships make us feel all of the above. If our relationships are unhealthy, then it means that they don’t make us feel this way. What happens if our relationships are unhealthy? For more information, visit the distress section.
Do you feel satisfied by the quality of your relationships? How can you improve your relationships? For more information visit the improving relationships section.